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The first look photos for Power Book II: Ghost‘s upcoming fourth season have arrived!
English Teacher‘s Lily Fontaine has given credits to her mother for the band’s debut album artwork on ‘This Could Be Texas’.The frontwoman took to social media to give the backstory on English Teacher’s debut album art, which was just released last Friday (April 12). The band are currently on track to land in the Top Ten on the Official Charts this week.Writing on X/Twitter, Fontaine shared: “To feel understood potentially takes the number one spot in the chart of experiences.
Tems has announced her anticipated debut album after a stellar showing at Coachella this past weekend.Last night (April 15), Tems took to social media to announce her first-ever studio album, ‘Born In The Wild’, which is due to arrive in May, though a concrete release date has yet to be revealed.The album’s tracklisting and other information, including guest features, have yet to be announced as well.Watch the announcement trailer for Tems’ ‘Born In The Wild’ below.A post shared by TEMS
Dua Lipa has revealed that she has been planning for her upcoming album ‘Radical Optimism’ since before she released her debut record.Speaking to Time Magazine for a new profile, the ‘Don’t Start Now’ singer opened up about ‘Radical Optimism’, which is due for release on May 3 (pre-order/pre-save here). During her chat with the publication, she revealed that she believes in manifestation, saying: “Manifesting is a big thing for me.
Reneé Rapp debuted at Coachella on Sunday afternoon and was joined by Kesha on the stage.
Selena Kuznikov Over the past few years, FLO has done what many assumed was undoable in today’s music climate: revived the concept of the R&B girl group by updating the sound of its ’90s heyday, all with a contemporary twist. So far, it’s worked – as their fan base has exploded beyond their native London and brought them to viral new heights. “We definitely want to be the face of the resurgence of girl groups,” says Jorja Douglas, who makes up the trio alongside Stella Quaresma and Renée Downer.
New Order’s Stephen Morris and Gillian Gilbert have announced a reissue of the debut album which they released as part of the side-project, The Other Two.Sharing details of the reissue today (April 11), The Other Two will be bringing back their breakthrough album ‘The Other Two & You’ for a new 2024 edition, featuring a host of new features.It will be available on DSPs and CDs, as well as on a vinyl pressing. The latter marks the first time it will be available in that format in three decades.
Stone have announced details of their debut album, ‘Fear Life For A Lifetime’. Check out the new single ‘My Thoughts Go’ below.Announced today (April 10), the news of the debut album arrives following the Liverpool quartet sharing their two acclaimed ‘punkadonk’ EPs, and having hit the road with huge names including Sam Fender, Yungblud and Bruce Springsteen.Set for release on July 12, the project is described in a press release as “coming together like a coming-of-age narrative – a place that can help people navigate the tumultuous experiences of young adulthood”.“If you’ve felt love but not always felt you deserved it; if you’ve been ambitious but also wracked with self-doubt; if you’ve been confident at times but crushed by anxiety at others: this is the album for you,” it adds.“Just as importantly, if you’ve ever felt like you don’t belong, Stone offer a community that feels like a welcoming home-from-home.”Comprised of Fin Power (vocals) – the son of both The La’s member and frontman of Cast, John Power – Elliot Gill (guitar), Sarah Surrage (bass) and Alex Smith (drums) – the four-piece recorded the album during sessions in Vermont with producer Rich Costey (Sam Fender, HAIM, Biffy Clyro).During the sessions, they looked to capture snapshots of British youth culture, while also immersing themselves in the life and routines of the small town of Brattleboro.‘Fear Life For A Lifetime’ is now available to pre-order, and you can check out the album artwork below.“This album speaks for everyone’s experiences.
Selena Kuznikov Edgar Burcksen, longtime editor of features, documentaries, and TV series, died Sunday in Los Angeles of complications of a heart attack. He was 76. Burcksen won an Emmy for editing the pilot of “The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles” as well as an ACE Robert Wise award.
Emily Osment and Montana Jordan meet up while arriving for the 2024 CMT Music Awards held at Moody Center on Sunday (April 7) in Austin, Tex.
Peggy Gou has announced details of a debut album titled ‘I Hear You’, and dropped the latest single ‘1+1=11’. Check it out below.Announced today (April 4), the upcoming LP will mark the first full-length album to be shared by the Korean-born artist, producer and DJ, following on from a string of hit singles including ‘(It Goes Like) Nanana’ and the Lenny Kravitz collaboration ‘I Believe In Love Again’.Titled ‘I Hear You’, the 10-track release will be shared on June 7 via XL Recordings – and you can pre-order it here.“‘I Hear You’ is more than just my debut album,” Gou said of the upcoming project.
NxWorries, the duo of Anderson .Paak and Knxwledge, have announced their sophomore album, ‘Why Lawd?’.Last night (April 3), NxWorries (pronounced “No Worries”) took to social to announce the upcoming record, which is due for release on June 7 via Stones Throw. Further information surrounding their second studio album remain unknown at this time, including its tracklisting and cover art.
Young Miko brings fresh air to the music industry with her authenticity and unique perspective. Miko, a rising star in the música urbana scene, has been making waves with her distinct blend of rap rhymes and sugary vocals, coupled with her unapologetic expression of her queer identity.
The devastated family of a Scots beauty queen have paid tribute after her tragic death at the weekend. The loved ones of Jade Leigh Hunt, who was 35, say they are "devastated" after they received the news of her sudden passing on Saturday.
The critically acclaimed play Fat Ham won over audiences on Broadway last year and now the show is making its L.A. debut at the Geffen Playhouse.
Oliver Anthony, the US singer-songwriter who went viral with his song ‘Rich Men North Of Richmond’ last year, has released his debut album.The country-folk artist dropped ‘Hymnal Of A Troubled Man’s Mind’ independently on Easter Sunday (March 31) which features previously released songs interspersed with spoken-word Gospel passages.Alongside tracks like ‘I’ve Got to Get Sober’ and ‘Doggonit’ is one new song called ‘Momma’s Been Hurting’.The artist collaborated with Dave Cobb on the production side of things, while instrumental arrangements were recorded in “a once-vibrant-but-now-decaying church in Savannah, Georgia,” per a press release.A post shared by Oliver Anthony (@oliver_anthony_music_)In a statement (per Consequence) the artist – real name Christopher Anthony Lunsford – shared: “’Hymnal Of A Troubled Man’s Mind’ is the story of my life, from 2013 until 2023. It is intended for the listener to sit down in a quiet place, undistracted, and just listen beginning to end.
Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music Critic Oliver Anthony, the Appalachian singer who had the biggest out-of-nowhere viral hit in years in 2023, announced Friday that he will be issuing his debut album, “Hymnal of a Troubled Man’s Mind,” on Easter Sunday. The collection was produced by the biggest name in the production of roots-oriented music, Dave Cobb, famous for his work with Chris Stapleton, Brandi Carlile and Jason Isbell as well as film projects such as “Elvis” and “The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes.” Notably, the album does not include the polarizing anthem that put Anthony on the map, “Rich Men North of Richmond.” But it includes many of the other songs that the singer has put out since then, newly re-recorded in the studio with Cobb.
A young mum-of-one has been diagnosed with two cancers within four weeks - one of which is incurable - but says that she 'won't be beaten' by the disease.
Richard Russell for the 12-track record, which is due for release on June 14 via XL. Pre-order/pre-save it here.Per a press release, the duo will present “a deeply personal musical world that feels simultaneously intimate and delicate yet powerful and tough” with their forthcoming LP.The songs featured are described as “part-autobiographical”, while “providing a rich foundation for Morton’s gorgeous, ethereal vocal”.
Normani Kordei is finally releasing her debut solo album after teasing fans for many years following the Fifth Harmony split.